HC Deb 30 July 1997 vol 299 c311W
8. Mr. John Smith

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will make a statement on the role of the charter unit in his Department. [9714]

Mr. Kilfoyle

The charter unit is responsible for taking forward the charter programme under our direction. In particular, it administers the charter mark award scheme, provides guidance to public service organisations, and disseminates best practice in public service provision.